CVE-2009-1086: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 25, 2009
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in the ldnsrrnewfrmstrinternal function in ldns 1.4.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a DNS resource record (RR) with a long (1) class field (clas variable) and possibly (2) TTL field.

Affected Software

2 affected components
nlnetlabs Ldns=1.4.0
nlnetlabs Ldns=1.4.1

Event History

Mar 25, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1086?

CVE-2009-1086 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service and possible arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-1086?

To fix CVE-2009-1086, update ldns to the latest version that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2009-1086?

CVE-2009-1086 affects ldns versions 1.4.0 and 1.4.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1086?

CVE-2009-1086 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

How does CVE-2009-1086 exploit occur?

CVE-2009-1086 can be exploited by sending a DNS resource record with excessively long class or TTL fields.

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